How Do You Spell PITTED?

Pronunciation: [pˈɪtɪd] (IPA)

The word "pitted" is spelled with two consonant sounds, pronounced as /p/ and /t/, separated by a vowel sound pronounced as /ɪ/. This word follows the pattern of CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) where the vowel is a short sound. The word means having small holes, depressions or dents on a surface, usually caused by something being removed or extracted. It is commonly used in the context of fruits with pits, such as peaches or cherries, and also in the context of skin care, referring to the appearance of skin with acne scars or pockmarks.

PITTED Meaning and Definition

  1. Pitted is an adjective that describes something that has indentations or small depressions on its surface, often resembling small pits or cavities. This term is commonly used to describe objects such as fruits, stones, or surfaces, especially ones that appear textured or rough due to the presence of these pits.

    In the context of fruits, pitted refers to the state of having the seeds or stones removed, leaving behind a hollow or cavity. Examples include pitted olives, cherries, or peaches, which are commonly sold in this form for culinary purposes or ease of consumption.

    When applied to surfaces or objects, pitted suggests the presence of small holes or shallow depressions, often resulting from wear, erosion, corrosion, or physical impact. For instance, a pitted road may have uneven, rough sections due to damage caused by weather or traffic conditions. Similarly, a pitted metal surface may have small craters due to rust or surface degradation.

    In a more metaphorical sense, pitted can also describe a feeling of being defeated or thrown into hardships. This usage originated from the idea of being trapped or stuck in a pit, evoking a sense of struggle or adversity.

    Overall, pitted refers to the state of having small holes or depressions, whether physically on a surface or metaphorically in a challenging situation.

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Etymology of PITTED

The word "pitted" originates from the noun "pit", which has Old English and Old Norse roots.

In Old English, the word "pytt" or "pyttan" meant a hole or cavity, often referring to a small hole in the ground. It has Proto-Germanic origins, where "puzdō" meant a pit or hole. The word is also related to the Old Norse term "pytt" and the Old High German word "fuz" which share the same meaning.

Over time, the verb form "to pit" emerged, meaning to create or place in a pit or cavity. This usage likely emerged from the noun's association with holes in the ground. The past participle of the verb "pit" gave rise to the adjective "pitted", which originally referred to being marked or indented with pits or holes.

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Conjugate verb Pitted

CONDITIONAL

I would pit
we would pit
you would pit
he/she/it would pit
they would pit

FUTURE

I will pit
we will pit
you will pit
he/she/it will pit
they will pit

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have pitted
we will have pitted
you will have pitted
he/she/it will have pitted
they will have pitted

PAST

I pitted
we pitted
you pitted
he/she/it pitted
they pitted

PAST PERFECT

I had pitted
we had pitted
you had pitted
he/she/it had pitted
they had pitted

PRESENT

I pit
we pit
you pit
he/she/it pits
they pit

PRESENT PERFECT

I have pitted
we have pitted
you have pitted
he/she/it has pitted
they have pitted
I am pitting
we are pitting
you are pitting
he/she/it is pitting
they are pitting
I was pitting
we were pitting
you were pitting
he/she/it was pitting
they were pitting
I will be pitting
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he/she/it will be pitting
they will be pitting
I have been pitting
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I will have been pitting
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I would have pitted
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I would be pitting
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he/she/it would be pitting
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